Joe Ironside signs deal with Alfreton Town

Sports Reporter

Joe Ironside has turned down offers from Football League clubs to sign for Alfreton Town.

Ironside, who has played for Sheffield United and Hartlepool United, said he believed in the relegation-threatened club’s ambition.

He scored four goals during 16 loan appearances for the Conference Premier club earlier in the season.

Said Ironside: “I’m extremely excited to sign with Alfreton Town. I enjoyed my time with the club on loan earlier in the season and I can’t wait to get started again.

“I am really pleased to be back and am hopeful I can help keep the club up. With the recent announcements (new investment from American investment group Legend Football Partners), it’s obvious that the club has ambitious plans.

“While I had opportunities to sign with Football League clubs, I chose Alfreton Town because I believe in the direction of the club.

“I’m looking forward to playing football for the supporters of Alfreton, who were great to me during my previous time there.”